Ophthalmic Drug Facts 2008

by Bartlett, Jimmy D.

• ISBN13: 9781574392753
• ISBN10: 1574392751
• Edition: 19th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-09-28
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Summary

Ophthalmic Drug Facts is the definitive single source of objective, up-to-date drug information for eye care professionals. Organized by therapeutic categories, detailed monographs include the information practitioners need to make therapeutic decisions: actions, indications, off-label uses, contraindications, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse reactions, overdosage, patient information, and administration and dosage.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. vii
Introduction	p. ix
Ophthalmic Drug Chapters
Dosage Forms and Routes of Administration	p. 1
Ophthalmic Dyes	p. 13
Local Anesthetics	p. 25
Mydriatics and Cycloplegics	p. 39
Antiallergy and Decongestant Agents	p. 57
Anti-inflammatory Agents	p. 87
Artificial Tear Solutions and Ocular Lubricants	p. 105
Anti-infective Agents	p. 117
Ocular Hypotensive Agents	p. 143
Hyperosmotic Agents	p. 205
Surgical Adjuncts	p. 213
Agents for Retinal Disease	p. 237
Contact Lens Care	p. 289
Miscellaneous Products	p. 315
Extemporaneous Preparations	p. 321
Systemic Drugs Affecting the Eye	p. 331
Systemic Medications Used for Ocular Conditions	p. 339
Appendix
Orphan Drugs	p. 351
Manufacturer Index	p. 355
Chapter Summary Tables	p. 361
Index	p. 397
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